The Rev. Ada Nagata shows the banner for the Li Tim Oi Chinese Ministry Center to the Rev. Thomas Ni, Bishop Diane Jardine Bruce and Gary Bradley, rector of Church of Our Saviour, San Gabriel, which presently hosts the center.
Li Tim-Oi Center awarded grant for Asian ministries
Bishop Stacy Sauls, Episcopal Church Chief Operating Officer, has announced the awarding of a $150,000 grant devoted to Asian ministries to the Li Tim-Oi Center for Chinese Ministry in San Gabriel.
The funding, to be distributed in increments of $50,000 annually, was approved by the Episcopal Church Executive Council at its October 2014 meeting.
The grant will be dedicated to building costs, program funding, staffing, and spiritual offerings at the center, located in the San Gabriel Valley in connection with the Church of Our Saviour.
The Li Tim-Oi Center will be "the nexus of Chinese ministry services: connecting people to needed social services; providing sacramental and pastoral care; supporting evangelism and seeker discovery; creating resources regarding Chinese ministry; and sustaining the ministry through a mission driven business enterprise," according to the grant proposal. Read more here.
 Reflections on Brittany Maynard and the right to die Brittany Maynard, a 29-year-old Southern Californian and alumna of St. John's School, Rancho Santa Margarita, moved to Oregon this year to take advantage of its right-to-die law. Diagnosed on Jan. 1 with terminal brain cancer, Maynard announced that she would end her life once her symptoms, including seizures and searing headaches, become unbearable. She chose Saturday, Nov. 1, but reserved the right to delay her death depending on her illness's severity.
By going public with her decision and associating her name and story with Compassion & Choices, a right-to-die advocacy group, Maynard has sparked a debate about doctor-assisted suicide as a last-ditch expedient for those who are hopelessly ill. The Rev. Canon John Taylor, vicar of St. John's Church and School has written a reflection on Maynard's situation from a pastoral point of view, discussing the theological, practical and emotional impact of her decision. Taylor's reflection may be read online here.
Activists to hold news conference
in support of Brittany Maynard's decision
A news conference in support of more end-of-life options will be held by a coalition of elected officials and religious and community leaders at 10 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 30, on the south lawn steps of Los Angeles City Hall, 200 N. Spring St., Los Angeles 90012. Participants will light a "Flame of Hope" in support of Brittany Maynard (see above). Speakers and participants, including Fabian Nuńez, former California State Assembly speaker, will sign a petition pledging their support for "death with dignity," stating, "We strongly feel that terminally ill, mentally competent adults should have the right to medication they can use to achieve a peaceful death." The event is sponsored by Compassion & Choices. More information is here.
 Time to "fall back"
Daylight Saving Time ends November 2 at 2 a.m. Be sure to set your clocks BACK an hour on Saturday night, or you may find yourself practicing with the choir or assisting the altar guild on Sunday morning at church. Happy All Saints Sunday!
 Diocesan offices to close for Veterans Day holiday
Diocesan offices at the Cathedral Center of St. Paul will be closed on Tuesday, Nov. 11 in observance of Veterans Day. Offices will reopen on Wednesday, Nov. 12.
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 Diocese to offer open-enrollment orientation workshops for administrators and benefit-eligible employees
Benefit-eligible employees of churches and institutions of the Diocese of Los Angeles are invited to learn about the new Consumer-Driven Health Plan with employer funded Health Savings Account (HSA) being offered in addition to all the current medical plans. The diocese also is changing its short-term and long-term disability plan provider from CIGNA to UNUM. The workshops will be held in coordination with the diocese's human resources department, the Church Pension Group and Episcopal Church Medical Trust. All benefits administrators and plan members are encouraged to attend one of these educational sessions. To register for any of these sessions, email to Anilin Collado, human resources director, at acollado@ladiocese.org; provide your full name and the date requested.
Workshop dates and locations
(please note changes from notice in last week's Update):
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 9 - 11 a.m.
Open Enrollment Workshop: Administrators only
Cathedral Center of St. Paul
840 Echo Park Avenue, Los Angeles 90026
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 1 - 3 p.m.
Open Enrollment Workshop: Administrators only
St. Mark's Episcopal Church
330 East 16th Street, Upland 91784
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 3 - 5 p.m.
Open Enrollment Workshop: Benefit Eligible Employees
St. Mark's Episcopal Church
330 East 16th Street, Upland 91784
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Open Enrollment Workshop:
Benefit Eligible Employees and Administrators
St. Wilfrid of York Episcopal Church
18631 Chapel Lane, Huntington Beach 92646
Continues for administrators only from 11 a.m. to 12 noon.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 9 a.m. - 12 noon
Open Enrollment Workshop: Benefit Eligible Employees
Cathedral Center of St. Paul
840 Echo Park Avenue, Los Angeles 90026
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 9 - 11 a.m.
Open Enrollment Workshop:
Benefit Eligible Employees and Administrators
All Saints by-the-Sea Episcopal Church
83 Eucalyptus Lane, Santa Barbara 93108
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 Diocesan Convention
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Diocesan Convention will be held Friday - Saturday, Dec. 5 - 6 at the Ontario Convention Center.
Candidates
Photos, biographies and statements from
candidates for diocesan office have been posted on the website, starting here.
The deadline for submitting candidate information for the convention booklet has passed: however, nominations may still be entered using the form (see link above). Candidate information sent to the Episcopal News office will be posted on the website until the Nov. 24 deadline.
Prospective candidates will find a list of open offices here; a nomination form here; and instructions for submitting candidate information here.
Exhibitors
The deadline for exhibitor registration has been extended to Friday, Nov. 30. Exhibitor information is here.
Convention website
Clergy and delegates, as well as alternate delegates, exhibitors, volunteers and visitors, will find about everything they need to know at the newly redesigned convention web page, found here. Those planning to attend the meeting are encouraged to visit the page often for updated information, forms, candidate bios and photos, helpful documents and more. Pre-Convention meetings
A pre-convention meeting will be held for each deanery of the diocese for a preview of the proposed budget, resolutions and other matters to come before convention. One or more members of diocesan staff will be present at each meeting. All clergy and convention delegates are expected to attend, and any interested church member is welcome. The following list is in chronological order. (Deaneries 5 and 6 and Deaneries 9 and 10 will hold joint meetings: the gathering for Deanery 3 was held on Oct. 18.) Deanery 4 Pre-Convention Meeting
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 10 a.m.St. Mark's Church 1020 North Brand Boulevard, Glendale 91202-2907 Information: 818.240.3860 Staff: Canon David Tumilty, executive for operations; Bishop Suffragan Diane Jardine Bruce Deanery 1 Pre-Convention Meeting
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 9 a.m.Trinity Church 1500 State Street, Santa Barbara 93101-2514 Information: 805.965.7419 Staff: Canon David Tumilty, executive for operations; Bishop Suffragan Diane Jardine Bruce Deanery 8 Pre-Convention Meeting
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.St. Francis' Church 2200 Via Rosa, Palos Verdes Estates 90274 Information: 310.375.4617 Staff: Ted Forbath, chief financial officer Deanery 2 Pre-Convention Meeting
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 10 a.m.St. Michael and All Angels Church 3646 Coldwater Canyon Avenue, Studio City 91604-4062 Information: 818.763.9193 Staff: Canon David Tumilty, executive for operations; Bishop Suffragan Mary D. Glasspool Deanery 9 and Deanery 10 Pre-Convention Meeting
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 9 a.m. - 12 noonSt. Paul's Church 1221 Wass Street, Tustin 92780-2855 Information: 714.544.3141 Staff: Canon Larry Sawyer, treasurer; Bishop Suffragan Diane Jardine Bruce Deanery 7 Pre-Convention Meeting
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 10 a.m.St. John the Baptist Church 526 Magnolia Ave, Corona 92879 Information: 951.737.1363 Staff: Ted Forbath, chief financial officer Deanery 5 and Deanery 6 Pre-Convention Meeting
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 3 p.m.Church of the Ascension 25 East Laurel Avenue, Sierra Madre 91024-1915 Information: 626.355.1133 Staff: Ted Forbath, chief financial officer; Bishop Suffragan Mary D. Glasspool
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Just Action ...
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 Just Action:
Walkabouts enhance ministriesBishop Diane Jardine Bruce explains church "walkabouts" and how they enhance and clarify a local congregation's mission and ministry.
For this and other videos in the Just Action series, click here.
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 All are invited to
life profession of vows at Community of Divine Love Greta Ronningen and the Rev. Dennis Gibbs, founders and first members of the Community of Divine Love monastery in San Gabriel, will offer their life profession to monastic life at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 1 at Church of Our Saviour, San Gabriel. Bishop Suffragan Mary Glasspool will celebrate the Eucharist; Brother Robert Sevensky, superior of the Order of Holy Cross, mentoring order for CDL, will receive the two candidates' vows, and will preach. Members of monastic orders from around the diocese and the wider Episcopal Church will attend. Following the service, CDL will host an open house of its newly expanded monastery next to Our Saviour Church. All are welcome to attend. Church of Our Saviour is located at 535 W. Roses Road, San Gabriel 91775. For information, contact CDL at cdlmonastery@aol.com or 626.703.4474.
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 Interfaith conversation with
Eboo Patel, Ed Bacon slated
at All Saints, Pasadena 'A Multi-Faith Future" will be the topic of an evening of conversation with Eboo Patel, Muslim interfaith activist, and the Rev. Canon Ed Bacon, rector of All Saints Church, Pasadena, on Wednesday, Nov. 12 at 7 p.m. at All Saints. Patel (pictured above left), a member of President Obama's inaugural Advisory Council on Faith-Based Neighborhood Partnerships, brings a youthful  voice to interfaith dialogue. He is an American Ismaili Muslim of Gujarati Indian heritage. While a student at Oxford, Patel ran numerous interfaith youth projects in India, Sri Lanka, and South Africa. In 2002 he founded Interfaith Youth Core, a Chicago-based international nonprofit that aims to promote interfaith cooperation, with a Jewish friend, funded by a $35,000 grant from the Ford Foundation. Today he serves as president of the organization, which employs approximately 30 people and has a $4 million operating budget. Ed Bacon, rector of All Saints since 1995, has been honored many times for his interfaith work, as well as his advocacy for equality for all people. He is a co-founder of ICUJP (Interfaith Communities United for Justice and Peace) and serves on Human Rights Watch California Committee South, as well as many other boards and committees. Admission to the Nov. 12 event is free. Patel's books, Acts of Faith and Sacred Ground: Pluralism, Prejudice, and the Promise of America, will be available for purchase and signing. The conversation, sponsored by All Saints, Interfaith Youth Core, Abrahamic Faiths Peacemaking Initiative, and New Vision Partners, will be held in the Forum at All Saints Church, 132 N. Euclid Avenue, Pasadena 91101. For information, call 626.796.1172.
 'Raiders of the Los Ark' movie night to benefit youth pilgrimage Join the Program Group on Youth and Young Adult Ministry for "A Movie Under the Stars," featuring "Raiders of the Lost Ark," the first Indiana Jones film, at St. James Church, South Pasadena at 7:30 p.m. on Nov. 8. A suggested $10 donation is welcomed to help support the coming young adult pilgrimage to the Holy Lands. To reserve a place, click here. For information, contact Chris Tumilty at 213.482.2040 or ctumilty@ladiocese.org. St. James' Church is located at 1325 Monterey Road, South Pasadena 91030.
 Messiah, Santa Ana, to screen 'Dancing in Jaffa' Church of the Messiah, Santa Ana, will screen "Dancing in Jaffa" at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 19 as part of its Peace & Justice film series. The 90-minute documentary follows Pierre Dulaine, prominent dance educator and founder of Dancing Classrooms, basis of the film Mad Hot Ballroom, as he returns to Jaffa, Israel, where he was born, to found a dance program for Palestinian and Israeli children. The film explores the complex stories of three children, all of whom who are forced to confront issues of identity, segregation, and racial prejudice as they dance with their enemy. (A trailer may be viewed here.) Church of the Messiah is located at 614 N. Bush Street, Santa Ana 92701. The screening will take place in the church's Upper Room. All are welcome.
 Singers invited to take part
in Men's Evensong
at St. Luke's, Monrovia St. Luke's Church, Monrovia, is calling on male singers to take part in its 11th annual Men's Evensong Invitational on Sunday, Nov. 16 at 4 p.m. Selections will include William Dawson's "There is a balm in Gilead" and the pemiere of "Nunc dimittis" by Kent B. Jones, St. Luke's director of music. "We would like to involve men from as many congregations as possible," said Jones. "Some sight reading is necessary, as rehearsal time is limited." For information, contact Jones at StLukesDirector@aol.com. All are invited to attend the Evensong; a wine and cheese reception will follow the service. St. Luke's Episcopal Church is located at 122 South California Avenue, Monrovia 91016.
 'Holy Night' dinner, auction and concert to benefit Prism "Holy Night," a dinner, a silent auction and concert, will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 19, 6 - 9 p.m., at Church of Our Saviour, 535 W. Roses Road, San Gabriel as a benefit for Prism, the restorative justice ministry of the diocese that provides chaplains and other services to inmates in Los Angeles County jails and patients in county hospitals. The concert will feature the musical duo N2K, with the Rev. Norman Freeman on vibraphone and Katherine Cash on violin (pictured above). Tickets are $75 per person. For tickets and information, call 626.703.4474 or email to cdlmonastery@aol.com.
 CARA retreat for women planned in La Verne Nov. 15 CARA ("Come Apart and Rest Awhile") Ministries will sponsor a women's retreat, a time to step back from the cares of this life, and be refreshed," on Saturday, Nov. 15, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at St. John's Episcopal Church, 4745 Wheeler Avenue, La Verne 91750. Fee is $60; lunch is included. For information, email to CaraMinistries@hotmail.com. To register, send name, phone number and email address with payment to CARA Ministries, P.O. Box 7113, La Verne, CA 9175. A flyer is here.
 Mt. Calvary offers retreat
for those 'Healing and Re-engaging with Church' "Healing and Re-engaging with Church," a retreat for those who come to the Episcopal Church from other faith communities and who have experienced significant wounds from past religious experience, will be held January 2 - 4, 2015 at Mt. Calvary Monastery and Retreat House in Santa Barbara. Leaders will be Brother Bob Pierson (pictured above left) of the Order of the Holy Cross and the Rev. Peter  Pearson (pictured at left), an Episcopal priest from Scranton, Pennsylvania, both of whom are former members of Roman Catholic Benedictine monastic communities. Participants will be invited to share their stories in large and small groups and take part in healing prayer and worship. They also will talk about their experiences in the Episcopal Church. The cost is $300 per person for the weekend, which includes lodging and all meals. A deposit of $50 is required. To register, contact Mt. Calvary Monastery & Retreat House at mtcalvary1@aol.com or call 805.682.4117.
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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 31, 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Halloween 'Trunk or Treat'
St. James' Church Parking Lot
1325 Monterey Road, South Pasadena 91030
Information: 626.799.9194
Come celebrate Halloween! Children can trick-or-treat in the parking lot of St. James'. Trunks of cars will be filled with candy and other goodies! Cotton candy and popcorn will be served. There will be games to play and cartoons on the big screen. Make it a fun and safe Halloween and come to St. James' this Halloween. Those interested in filling their trunks with candy or small toys to hand out
during the event, or helping serve the children may contact the Rev. Brian O'Rourke at bo'rourke@sjcsp.org. The parking lot gates will be closed for the children's safety. Please park on the street and use the crosswalks.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 9 a.m. - 12 noon
Quiet Day: 'The Miracle of a God Who Listens'
St. James' Episcopal Church
1325 Monterey Road, South Pasadena
Information: 626.799.9194
Facilitated by spiritual director Greg Richardson, who will lead reflections on the questions: How do we pray? How do we make space in our lives to speak with God and to hear God's voice? Spend some quiet time in prayer and reflection, using parables from the Gospel of Luke, and concluding with Eucharist.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Daughters of the King Fall Assembly
Prince of Peace Episcopal Church
5700 Rudnick Avenue, Woodland Hills
Registration here
Information: Christine Budzowski, 310.948.0056 or dok@ecwlosangeles.org
The main speaker will be the Rev. Kelli Grace Kurtz, who will share her experiences walking the Camino de Santiago in Spain earlier this year, inspiring many who followed her journey through her posts on Facebook. Nov. 1 is the Corporate Day of Worship for Daughters of the King, and all Daughters are encouraged to attend this gathering. Check-in hospitality begins at 8:30 a.m. Eucharist at 9:30 a.m. will be followed by the program, ending with lunch at 12:30 p.m. Registration is $20.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 10 a.m.
Deanery 4 Pre-Convention Meeting St. Mark's Church
1020 North Brand Boulevard, Glendale 91202-2907
Information: 818.240.3860
Staff: Canon David Tumilty, executive for operations;
Bishop Suffragan Diane Jardine Bruce
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 1 - 5 p.m.
Bingo Afternoon
St. Philip's Episcopal Church
2800 Stanford Avenue, Los Angeles 90011
Information: 323.323.3494
The doors will open at 1 p.m. for Early Bird Bingo buy- ins; regular Bingo starts at 2 p.m. and continues until 5 p.m. Suggested donation is $20 for 15 games; additional cards will be available. Parking is free. Refreshments will be available for purchase.
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FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 7 p.m.
Episcopal Peace Fellowship
Peacemakers & Pilgrims Dinner
Wahib's Middle East Restaurant
910 E Main Street, Alhambra 91801
Information/Reservations: EPF.PIN.LA@gmail.com or here
Celebrating 75 years of EPF; the opening event for "The Stones Cry Out: Responding to the Occupation of Palestine" on Nov. 8 (see listing below). Cost for the weekend is $70, or $35 for the Friday dinner and $40 for the Saturday conference.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Conference: The Stones Cry Out -
Responding to the Occupation of Palestine
The Church of Our Saviour
535 W. Roses Road, San Gabriel 91775
Information/Reservations: EPF.PIN.LA@gmail.com or here
Sponsored by Episcopal Peace Fellowship. Featured speakers will include Dr. Jonathan Kuttab, a human rights lawyer in Israel and Palestine; the Rev. Sandra Olewine, former United Methodist liaison to Jerusalem; and Shakeel Syed, executive director of the Islamic Shura Council of Southern California. The Rev. Allison Liles, EPF's executive director, calls the conference "a perfect embodiment of EPF's history as we call for justice and nonviolent activism in the midst of the most controversial events of our time." The previous night a "Peacemakers & Pilgrims Dinner" celebrating 75 years of EPF will be held at Wahib's Middle East Restaurant in Alhambra (see listing above). Cost for the weekend is $70, or $35 for the Friday dinner and $40 for the Saturday conference.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 9 a.m.
Deanery 1 Pre-Convention Meeting Trinity Church
1500 State Street, Santa Barbara 93101-2514
Information: 805.965.7419
Staff: Canon David Tumilty, executive for operations;
Bishop Suffragan Diane Jardine Bruce
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.Deanery 8 Pre-Convention Meeting
St. Francis' Church
2200 Via Rosa, Palos Verdes Estates 90274
Information: 310.375.4617
Staff: Ted Forbath, chief financial officer
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 4 p.m.
Funeral: The Rev. Nicholas Radelmiller, OHC
Trinity Episcopal Church
1500 State Street, Santa Barbara 93101
A reception will follow the service. The Rev. Nicholas Radelmiller, OHC, died at Sarah House Hospice in Santa Barbara on Sept. 27. He was 74. An obituary is here.
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This week in liturgy & the arts ...
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SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 4 p.m.
Highland Way Celtic Band
Trinity Episcopal Church
419 South 4th Street, Redlands
information: 909.793.2014
A journey of music, poetry and prayer to remember the ones we have loved and lost. Refreshment reception following the concert. $15 suggested donation per person. Childcare provided. A sculptural living tree will also offer an interactive opportunity for participants to add their own messages or prayers of remembrance.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 5 p.m.
All Saints' Sunday Evensong
All Saints' Episcopal Church
504 N Camden Drive, Beverly Hills 90210
Information: 310.275.0123
All Saints' Choir & Parish Choir sings Stanford's "Beati quorum via"; Bernard Rose's Preces & Responses; David Willcocks' Magnificat & Nunc dimittis; and Tarik O'Regan's "As We Remember Them." Wine and cheese reception to follow.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 5 p.m.
Dia de los Muertos Bilingual Eucharist
All Saints Episcopal Church
132 N. Euclid Avenue, Pasadena 91101
Information:
Melissa Hayes, 626.583.2725 or mhayes@allsaints-pas.org
A festive and colorful celebration in which we honor our loved ones as they were when they were alive. We encourage you to bring photographs, garments, flowers, favorite foods, stories, or other reminders of your loved one. We will then gather these mementos together, along with our memories, in thanksgiving and prayer. Francisco Garcia will officiate. Dan Cole and the 1 p.m. Ensemble will provide music. Refreshments will follow the service on the lawn.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 5:30 p.m.
All Souls Lantern Festival
St. John's Episcopal Church
4745 Wheeler Avenue, La Verne 91750
Information: StJohnsLaVerne.org or 909.596.1321
An outdoor service of remembrance. Say a prayer or two and personalize and light a luminary. We stand vigil to remind the world our loved ones still illumine our hearts and to give God thanks again for their lives and their witness. Pictures, poetry, or short messages may be added to the luminaries. A reception will be held in the light of the luminaries following the service.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 7:30 p.m.
All Saints Evensong
St. Stephen's Episcopal Church
24901 Orchard Village Road, Santa Clarita
Information: 661.259.7307
Bishop Suffragan Mary Glasspool will preside and preach. Evensong is one of the greatest worship traditions of the Anglican-Episcopal tradition, and is derived from the ancient monastic daily service of Vespers. Anyone wishing to have a loved one (who has departed within the last year) remembered by name, please call the church office by Friday, Oct. 31. Refreshments will be served in Spurling Hall following the service.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 8 p.m.
All Saints Service
St. Alban's Episcopal Church
581 Hilgard Avenue, Los Angeles 90024
Information: 310.208.6516
The meditative candlelit service will include simple chants/songs sung repeatedly, meditative silence, scripture readings, prayers of thanksgiving and intercession and wonderful music sung by our Choir. A glorious evening of quiet prayer, celebrating the communion of saints, and remembering loved ones in a special way.
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FRIDAY - SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7 - 8, 8 p.m.
Two Short Operas: The Last Silent Voice and
Three Sisters Who Are Not Sisters
St. Mark's Episcopal Church
1020 N. Brand Blvd., Glendale 91202
Information: 213.260.0007
Performed by Chamber Opera Players of Los Angeles, atroupe focused on bringing audiences free, short, quirky and fun operas that are accessible for all ages. "The Last Silent Voice" by George N. Gianopoulos, a 10-minute opera shows a world in which everyone has lost the ability to speak and therefore communicate. However, one couple remains unaffected. How will they cope in this new world and who will have the last silent voice? The second opera is "Three Sisters Who Are Not Sisters" by Ned Rorem, which runs about 35 minutes, is a surreal, non-linear murder mystery. Three sisters (who are not sisters) and two brothers (who really are brothers) decide to play a game of murder. The cast includes soprano Ariel Pisturino, baritone E. Scott Levin, tenor Jon Lee Keenan, mezzo-soprano Jessica Mamey, and soprano Christa Stevens. Director is Josh Shaw (artistic director, Pacific Opera Project); accompanist is Stephen Karr (musical director, Pacific Opera Project). Conducted by David Rentz, conductor of the Orange County Symphony. Admission is free; donations will be gratefully accepted.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
The Virtual Labyrinth: Spiritual Formation
Emmanuel Episcopal Church
1145 West Valencia Mesa Drive, Fullerton
Information: The Rev. Canon Paul Edwards, paulnanita@sbcglobal.net
Learn to walk 90% of a portable Chartres labyrinth daily in your home. The seminar will be held on the second Saturday of each month. Led by the Rev. Canon Paul Edwards.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 7 p.m.
All-Star Jazz Concert
St. Francis' Episcopal Church
2200 Via Rosa, Palos Verdes Estates
During his seven-decade career, Jazz guitarist Mundell Lowe, 92, has played with Charlie Parker, Lester Young, Billie Holiday, Sarah Vaughan, Miles Davis. He was the regular guitarist on the Dave Garroway Show during the 1950's. Before that he was on Arthur Godfrey's radio show. He wrote the music for TV's "The FBI" and "Love American Style." Seven-string virtuoso Ron Eschete has performed with Ella Fitzgerald, Diana Krall, Milt Jackson, Ray Brown and Dizzy Gillespie among others.He also was a member of the classic Gene Harris Quartet. Jim Hughart, bass, spent three years working with Ella Fitgerald. He also performed with Frank Sinatra, Mel Torme, Count Basie, Oscar Peterson, Peggy Lee, and even Joni Mitchell. He was the bassist in the legendary Joe Pass Trio. There is no charge; a free-will offering will help support St. Francis' jazz vespers program, which will resume in January.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 5 p.m.
Contemplative Evening Eucharist
All Saints Episcopal Church
132 N. Euclid Avenue, Pasadena 91101
Information:
Debbie Daniels, 626.583.2750 or ddaniels@allsaints-pas.org
Enjoy music, silence and the beauty of the church's architecture. Open yourself to the blessings of joy, healing and peace. Coventry Choir offers music of Adams and Gretchaninoff. Child care is available.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 5 p.m.
An Evensong Honoring Veterans
The Episcopal Church of the Ascension
25 E. Laurel Avenue, Sierra Madre 91024
Information: 626.355.1133
Featuring music by Samuel Barber, Gustav Holst, Richard Shephard, Ralph Vaughan Williams, Walter L. Pelz, Richard Proulx, Carlton T. Russell, David L. Vickers and David Johnson. Reception to follow.
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Recurring Services ...
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The worship services or events listed below occur on a regular basis; weekly or monthly. Note that some are suspended on holidays, such as Thanksgiving, Christmas or Holy Week. Please check with individual churches for exceptions.
TUESDAYS, 6:15 p.m.
Centering Prayer
The Church of Our Saviour
535 W. Roses Road, San Gabriel
Information: 626.282.5147
No previous experience is necessary. Centering Prayer group meets in St. Luke's Chapel.
TUESDAYS, 7 p.m.
Contemplative Prayer
Church of the Messiah
614 N. Bush Street, Santa Ana
Information: 714.543.9389
Contemplative Prayer meets every Tuesday evening for an extended period of silent meditation and prayer in the Upper Room. Those unfamiliar with this method of prayer are welcome to join others who have practiced contemplative prayer before.
WEDNESDAYS, 6 p.m.
Eventide and Supper
All Saints-by-the-Sea Episcopal Church
83 Eucalyptus Lane, Santa Barbara 93108
Information: 805.969.4771
The midweek service is at 6:00 p.m. every Wednesday and combines the language, symbols, music, and actions from the rich heritage of the worshiping Church. Eventide has become an important worship opportunity for those wanting a mid-week boost in their spiritual lives and a main worship service for those who prefer this more intimate, casual, yet distinctly Anglican worship experience. Casual supper to follow.
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FIRST SUNDAYS, 9 p.m.
Compline at the Cathedral
St. John's ProCathedral
514 W. Adams Blvd., Los Angeles
Information here
A community of prayer for students and young adults. Thirty minutes of candlelight, prayer, stillness and song, followed by food and fellowship. First and third Sundays.
FIRST WEDNESDAYS, 7 p.m.
Taizé Worship Service and Kinetic Prayer for the Hungry
St. Mark's Episcopal Church
330 E. 16th Street, Upland
Information: 909.920.5565
The weekly Taizé service is followed at 7:45 by a meditative time (15 to 20 minutes) of packing food and essentials into bags for the homeless. Services are suspended Thanksgiving Eve, Christmas Eve, New Year's Eve, Ash Wednesday, and Holy Week.
SECOND WEDNESDAYS, 6:30 p.m.
Candlelit Recovery Eucharist
Holy Trinity Episcopal Church
100 N. Third Avenue, Covina
Information: 626.967.3939
A candlelit service on the second Wednesday of each month to be a source of strength, support and solace for anyone struggling with alcoholism, drug and other addictions and for those who care for them. The service incorporates readings from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous and special prayers for those in and out of recovery.
SECOND WEDNESDAYS, 7 p.m.
Taizé Worship Service and Contemplative Practices
St. Mark's Episcopal Church
330 E. 16th Street, Upland
Information: 909.920.5565
Contemplative Practices begins at 7:45 p.m. Services are suspended Thanksgiving Eve, Christmas Eve, New Year's Eve, Ash Wednesday, and Holy Week.
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SECOND FRIDAYS, 7:30 p.m.
Contemplative Taizé Experience
Church of Our Saviour
535 W. Roses Road, San Gabriel 91775
Information: 626.282.5147, ext. 13 or dgibbs@churchofoursaviour.org or cdlmonastery@aol.com
A serene candlelight service of prayer, reflection, and music on the second Friday of each month.
SECOND SATURDAYS, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
The Virtual Labyrinth: Pathway to Peace
Emmanuel Episcopal Church
1145 West Valencia Mesa Drive, Fullerton
Information: The Rev. Canon Paul Edwards, paulnanita@sbcglobal.net
Focused meditation walking offers a unique spiritual experience for both life and ministry. The seminar will be held on the second Saturday of each month. Led by the Rev. Canon Paul Edwards.
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THIRD SUNDAYS, 4 p.m.
Jazz@George's
St. George's Episcopal Church
23802 Avenida de la Carlota, Laguna Hills 92653
Information: www.jazzministry.org
A jazz vespers service with music by the Rev. Norm Freeman and friends, on the third Sunday of each month.
THIRD WEDNESDAYS, 7 p.m.
Taizé Worship Service and Intercessory Prayer
St. Mark's Episcopal Church
330 E. 16th Street, Upland
Information: 909.920.5565
Intercessory Prayer begins at 7:45 p.m. Services are suspended Thanksgiving Eve, Christmas Eve, New Year's Eve, Ash Wednesday, and Holy Week.
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What is Pope Francis saying to gays?
By Malcolm Boyd
As a gay man and a gay Episcopal priest, I am extremely confused by the Vatican right now when it comes to the entire gay question. Am I loved by anyone there? By whom? What's going on in the sacred halls when it comes to gay identity, gay rights, gay existence - maybe the whole question of who I am as a gay person?
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EMPLOYMENT
COSTA MESA: Music Director (Organist/Choir Director). St. John the Divine Episcopal Church. Part time (8 hours/week) Sundays, one weekly rehearsal, plus additional holy day services. Full job description and application information here.
LAKE ARROWHEAD: Organist/Pianist. St. Richard of Chichester Episcopal Church seeks a skilled and experienced organist/pianist to accompany the congregation and small choir with hymns and service music for a 10 a.m. service of Holy Eucharist each Sunday. Organist will choose and perform preludes and postludes, and choose anthems for the choir when needed. Choir rehearses one hour before the service. St. Richard's desires to build its music program and choir; organist will be chiefly responsible for guiding this growth. Church has a two manual Rodgers organ (Cambridge Model 220), a grand piano, and excellent acoustics. Sundays and holy days only; compensation in line with AGO guidelines. Submit cover letter and resume to: priest@strichardsnet.org.
THOUSAND OAKS: Director of Youth and Family Ministries, St. Patrick's Episcopal Church. This new position will be based on 20 hours per week. The director will work with a team of parents and the rector to develop and carry out a program for middle- and high school-age youth in our congregation. We look for someone who will motivate youth to embrace Christ's love and help instill in them his Holy Spirit and guidance in their lives. Similar experience is required. Please email resume, compensation requirements and contact information to Kathryn Walters here.
TUSTIN: Parish Administrator. St. Paul's Church seeks a professional parish administrator. This person will oversee sextons, the bookkeeper, and office volunteers. Position requires strong MS Office skills, clear and correct use of language, knowledge of bookkeeping, and a warm, professional manner on the phone and in person. The right person for this job will understand how administration is a ministry, and take a leadership role in organizing the office and the calendar. Full-time, with competitive salary and benefits. Send resume and cover letter to: administrator@stpauls.org.
TUSTIN: Part-Time Bookkeeper. St. Paul's Church seeks a part-time bookkeeper, familiar with QuickBooks and accounting for non-profits. 8 to 10 hours weekly. Send resume and cover letter to: administrator@stpauls.org. _________________________ |
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